2001 Buick LeSabre vs. 1961 Morris Minor
To start off, 2001 Buick LeSabre is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 795 kg more than 1961 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick LeSabre | 1961 Morris Minor | |
Make | Buick | Morris |
Model | LeSabre | Minor |
Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |